Semiconductor Electronics question for JEE Main (JEE Main 2023 (1 Feb, Shift 2)), with solution

Answer: (A) It works as a voltage regulator in reverse bias and behaves like simple p-n junction diode in forward bias

A Zener diode regulates voltage in reverse (breakdown) bias; in forward bias it conducts like an ordinary diode.

Solution by Sreeraj P, M.Sc Physics